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  1. AP Environmental Science
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Land & Water Use

Question 1
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1 mark

When designing an experiment to test how green infrastructure influences urban runoff quantity and quality, which variable would be most critical to alter between control and experimental sites?

Question 2
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1 mark

What can be achieved by implementing green infrastructure techniques to mitigate urban runoff?

Question 3
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1 mark

In what way does the establishment of retention ponds complement efforts at reducing peak flow rates during periods of high rainfall attributed to climate change?

Question 4
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1 mark

Which type of roof can help lower the amount of urban runoff by absorbing rainfall?

Question 5
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1 mark

What is an intentional environmental alteration that cities employ to manage urban runoff?

Question 6
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1 mark

Which urban planning strategy would most effectively mitigate the heat island effect and reduce urban runoff simultaneously?

Question 7
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1 mark

Which of the following is a primary concern associated with urban runoff?

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Question 8
college-boardEnvironmental ScienceAPExam Style
1 mark

Question: Which practice reduces the volume of urban runoff by capturing rainwater for reuse?

Question 9
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1 mark

What policy initiative encourages property owners in urban settings to manage rainfall dispersion on-site rather than allowing uncontrolled runoff?

Question 10
college-boardEnvironmental ScienceAPExam Style
1 mark

What is a purpose of green roofs in urban settings?